'Too early' to switch on Christmas lights, claim Cork councillors

The lights are due to be switched on this Thursday

Some councillors have claimed it is too early to switch on the Christmas lights. File Picture: Main Street in Midleton, lit up for Christmas. Picture: Larry Cummins

A row has erupted about the switching on of Christmas lights around Cork County.

Some councillors have claimed the planned switch on of the lights in towns and villages is taking place far too early this year. It is due to take place on Thursday.